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Force 10 on the Beaufort scale Crossword Clue
Here is the answer for the crossword clue Force 10 on the Beaufort scale . We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 5 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is STORM.
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Crossword Answer For Force 10 on the Beaufort scale:
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40 Potential Answers:
| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | STORM Force 10 on the Beaufort scale | (5) | ||
| 4% | GALE Eight on the Beaufort scale | (4) | The Telegraph Cross Atlantic | Oct 4, 2025 |
| 3% | SPECIALIST I tip scales wrongly for expert (10) | (10) | The Guardian Quiptic | Nov 2, 2025 |
| 3% | STRONGGALE It's a 9 on the Beaufort scale | (10) | ||
| 3% | GENTLEBREEZE Force 3 on the Beaufort scale | (12) | The Guardian Quick | Jul 12, 2023 |
| 3% | NEARGALE 7 on the Beaufort scale | (8) | Thomas Joseph | Aug 25, 2022 |
| 3% | STORMS They occur at force 10 or 11 on the Beaufort scale | (6) | ||
| 3% | FRESHBREEZE It's a 5 on the Beaufort scale | (11) | Thomas Joseph | Jan 11, 2022 |
| 3% | CALM Zero on the Beaufort scale | (4) | New York Times | Nov 27, 2020 |
| 3% | DEADCALM 0 on the Beaufort scale | (8) | New York Times | Feb 14, 2020 |
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In this clue, "Force 10 on the Beaufort scale" refers to a very strong wind speed associated with a storm. The answer, "STORM," fits as it signifies severe weather conditions with high winds and often heavy rain or snow. The Beaufort scale is a system that measures wind speeds based on observed conditions at sea or on land. A Force 10 on this scale indicates a storm with wind speeds between 48-55 knots (55-63 mph), which can cause significant damage.